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Very Good

#711 of 2,648 schools in NC

Top 27% in state

Scotts Elementary

Elementary School · Iredell-Statesville Schools

4743 Taylorsville Hwy, Statesville, NC 28625

Enrollment

309

Student-Teacher

12.9:1

Score

7.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

North Carolina schools

#711 of 2,648

In Statesville

#7 of 22

public schools

In district

#14 of 38

Iredell-Statesville Schools

School environment

8.2 / 10

Excellent

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Scotts Elementary

7.5/10

Elementary School in Statesville · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Stony Point Elementary

7.0/10

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3.8/10

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About Scotts Elementary

Scotts Elementary is a public elementary school in Statesville, NC, part of Iredell-Statesville Schools. Scotts Elementary serves approximately 309 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Scotts Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #711 of 2,648 schools in NC.

Structured state assessment records for Scotts Elementary show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 7.5 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.9
  • NC avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Scotts Elementary sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.8Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.03 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.7Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency57.9% (2025 NC)
Reading/ELA Proficiency45.5% (2025 NC)
Math vs. State Avg-5.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-1.1 pts
Overall Proficiency52% (2025 NC, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2025 NC)
vs. Expected+5.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile53th
Resources & Environment8.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,291
Chronic Absenteeism24.9%

Scotts Elementary — Students at Scotts Elementary score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

99%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 54.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
59.4% (2025 NC)
ELA Proficiency 44.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.7% (2025 NC)

Based on 36 test records from NC state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
79%
ELA
59%
2010
Math
79%
ELA
55%
2011
Math
76%
ELA
58%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
37%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
42%
ELA
40%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
52%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
49.8%
ELA
39.5%
2025
Math
59.1%
ELA
45.2%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.8/10.

How Scotts Elementary Compares

See how Scotts Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.5/10
73th percentile in NC
Academic
6.7/10
Average
Growth
7.8/10
Very Good
Environment
8.2/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
99%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.9%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

4743 Taylorsville Hwy, Statesville, NC 28625

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Scotts Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Central Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 6.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Sharon Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 5.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Celeste Henkel Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 6.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Statesville, see our Statesville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Stony Point Elementary Stony Point 2.6 mi 7.0
West Iredell High Statesville 3.7 mi 3.8
West Iredell Middle Statesville 4.3 mi 4.4
Sharon Elementary Statesville 5.7 mi 8.2
Celeste Henkel Elementary Statesville 6.5 mi 7.5
Hiddenite Elementary Hiddenite 6.1 mi 5.1
Central Elementary Statesville 6.5 mi 8.5
N B Mills Elementary Statesville 6.9 mi 3.1
STATESVILLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Statesville 7.3 mi 6.6
Crossroads Arts Sciences Early College Statesville 7.7 mi 7.9
Statesville High Statesville 7.7 mi 3.1
Collaborative College for Technology Statesville 7.9 mi 7.9
Northview Academy Statesville 7.8 mi 5.4
River Bend Middle Claremont 8.5 mi 5.6
ACADEMY OF EXCELLENCE Statesville 8.2 mi
East Alexander Middle Hiddenite 8.5 mi 7.2
Bunker Hill High Claremont 8.6 mi 5.4
American Renaissance School Statesville 8.2 mi 4.9
SOUTHVIEW CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Statesville 9.0 mi 6.8
Cloverleaf Elementary Statesville 8.6 mi 5.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 28625 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$64,657

Median Home Value

$216,000

Median Rent

$996/mo

Population

38,213

College Educated

21.3%

Homeownership

72.8%

Avg Commute

23.9 min

Poverty Rate

9.8%

Median Age

42.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Scotts Elementary

What grades does Scotts Elementary serve?

Scotts Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Scotts Elementary?

Scotts Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 309 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Scotts Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Scotts Elementary is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Scotts Elementary rank in NC?

Scotts Elementary ranks #711 of 2,648 schools in NC.

What is Scotts Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Scotts Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Scotts Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Scotts Elementary has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Scotts Elementary a charter school?

No, Scotts Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Scotts Elementary a Title I school?

No, Scotts Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Scotts Elementary?

99.0% of students at Scotts Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
15 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
17 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
309
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
99.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Iredell County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.9%

District

Iredell-Statesville Schools
District Enrollment
20,721
Schools in District
38
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,291
District Rank
#14 of 38

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